Russian Wedding (1909) by Marc Chagall

The artwork entitled “Russian Wedding” was painted by Marc Chagall in 1909. The piece, executed with oil on canvas, belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and measures 68 x 97 cm. This genre painting is currently housed at the E.G. Bührle Foundation in Zürich, Switzerland.

The artwork depicts a rural scene from a Russian wedding, rendered in a naive, primitive style typical of Marc Chagall’s early works. The painting portrays the bride and groom amidst a procession of attendees, capturing the communal essence of the celebration with vibrantly dressed figures and animated activities. Surrounding the couple, villagers engage in various tasks, creating a lively and bustling atmosphere. The use of earthy tones and simple forms reflects the humble and intimate nature of the subject, while Chagall’s distinct, whimsical touch imbues the scene with a sense of folk charm and authenticity.

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